Yaoguang Shoal—Takumi was optimistic about its potential.
Could it be developed into a tourist attraction?
A beach, sunshine, bikinis…
Just imagining it was exciting.
Wouldn't it be great to build a small seaside villa?
The people of Liyue didn't seem too fond of traveling. Every day, they were obsessed with making money or working to make even more.
Takumi felt this wasn't sustainable.
People had wealth—why weren't they traveling?
That was something Takumi intended to change.
Building a brand-new Liyue started with infrastructure.
To put it bluntly, it was similar to a city-building simulation.
Planning development, setting new regulations—gradually transforming Liyue into the place he envisioned.
Takumi began manifesting models on the table, one by one.
As the newly designed structures appeared, Gan Yu and Keqing widened their eyes in astonishment.
Even the staff from the General Affairs Department gathered around to see.
High-rise buildings.
Reinforced concrete houses.
The sight of these modern architectural designs shocked the people of Liyue.
Towering buildings, glass windows, and paved concrete roads…
This foreign style left many in the General Affairs Department speechless.
Takumi only stopped after finalizing his plans.
"For now, this is the layout."
"Wharves, commercial districts, food streets, residential areas, and light industrial zones."
"We'll keep it simple for now."
"Residential housing will be in Mingyun Village."
"If people want to relocate in the future, they can move there."
"Yaoguang Shoal, if properly developed, could become a top-tier tourist destination."
"Wouldn't it be nice to enjoy the beach in summer?"
"The only downside is that parts of Guili Plains are rocky."
"It's too difficult to cultivate crops there."
"However, that's not a big problem. Qingce Village alone can produce enough food to sustain all of Liyue."
Takumi laid out his entire vision.
The only regret he had was that agricultural expansion was impossible.
Trying to farm in rocky terrain was simply impractical.
After hearing his explanations, both Gan Yu and Keqing nodded.
Their eyes remained fixed on the city model Takumi had created.
Their hearts were filled with anticipation.
If this could be built…
People from the other six nations would surely be astonished upon visiting.
"Alright, let's proceed with this plan."
"Our next priority is road construction and monster clearing."
"The Hilichurls and other creatures must be dealt with."
"Once the roads are built, we will begin construction in the designated areas."
"We'll start by developing the land along both sides of the road."
"This area has flat terrain, so we can start immediately after the monsters are cleared."
Takumi pointed to the location where Wangshu Inn's bridge crossed the river.
Neither Gan Yu nor Keqing had any objections.
They recorded everything down.
After confirming the plan, Keqing turned to Takumi.
"Takumi, can we keep this model here?"
"I think we should show it to Ningguang."
"That way, she'll be more willing to fund the project."
Just as the purple-haired swordswoman finished speaking…
Ningguang's voice rang out.
"No need."
"I'm already here."
Everyone turned their attention toward her.
Ningguang walked directly up to the table, her gaze locked onto the city model Takumi had created.
She couldn't help but admire it.
"Is this the architectural style from your world?"
"Interesting."
"However, constructing buildings this tall will require a large amount of materials."
"So…"
Before she could finish her sentence, Takumi tossed a document onto the table.
"This explains how steel reinforcement is made."
"With this method, producing steel will no longer be an issue."
Takumi handed over the steel manufacturing process to Ningguang.
Along with it were specifications on forging and production standards—everything meticulously documented according to the standards of his previous world.
Ningguang scanned the document, raising an eyebrow.
She didn't fully understand the details, but that didn't matter.
Someone in Liyue certainly would.
"Understood. I'll make the necessary arrangements."
"If that's the case, then there's no issue."
Excellent. And a profitable endeavor.
Takumi wasn't concerned, instead continuing:
"I believe we should announce this project to the public."
"Then, post a mission at the Adventurers' Guild."
"Let's start preparing."
"First, clear out the monsters. Then, begin leveling the land."
"Before anything else, the roads must be built to ensure easy transportation of materials."
"Everything should be completed within a month."
"The monster-clearing operations will require supervision."
"I'll leave that to you."
Hearing Takumi's plan, Ningguang, Keqing, and Gan Yu nodded in agreement.
"That should be sufficient."
"We'll handle the preliminary work before construction begins."
"This model… Let's put it on public display."
"We need the people of Liyue to understand our plans."
"We can't allow any disruptions."
"Baiwen, I'm putting you in charge of this."
After making her decision, Ningguang glanced at the model once more.
Baiwen nodded quickly.
"Understood, Lady Ningguang."
At that moment, Takumi recalled something else.
"Oh, right."
"I'll also provide you with formulas for other materials."
"For example, glass."
"Liyue currently doesn't have a glass-making industry."
"If we're going to construct buildings like these, glass production is essential."
With that, Takumi manifested a pen and a blank sheet of paper out of thin air.
Then, he started writing down the glass manufacturing process.
Seeing this, a look of surprise flashed in Ningguang's eyes.
Creating objects out of thin air?
This traveler from another world was quite powerful.
And that pen…
Interesting.
Ningguang was very intrigued by Takumi's abilities.
To her, this was an enormous business opportunity.
She needed to have a proper discussion with Takumi.
If she could convince him to introduce more products from his world, she could handle the production while he simply collected the profits.
That way, they could even use the revenue to fund the city's construction.
Her mind was already forming a strategy.
Once Takumi finished writing, he handed the document to Ningguang.
She accepted it, nodding.
Her gaze returned to the model.
"Glass…"
"I see. I'll even use it to renovate the Jade Chamber later."
"Alright, that's enough for now."
"If you need anything, come find me anytime."
"As for me, I'll continue exploring Liyue Harbor."
"I haven't had the chance to properly tour the city since arriving in this world."
"Let's talk later."
With that, Takumi got up and left.
He planned to stroll through Liyue Harbor, maybe do some shopping.
And perhaps… drink tea and watch the birds?
Hmm!
Maybe he'd even run into Hu Tao.
Takumi had always liked her lively personality.
And of course…
It was time to get his money back from her!